Children and Youth

At St. Andrew's, our deep commitment to respecting and valuing all persons extends joyfully to the youngest members of our congregation. We strive to offer a caring environment where children can find ways to know God, ask questions and grow into faith. 

Children's Formation during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Every two weeks beginning in mid-October, children will receive a hand-delivered package with something to remind them of God's presence with them and to connect them to their St. Andrew's community. No assembly required! Parents will also receive resources from our clergy. All families will be contacted prior to deliveries being made. 

Sunday Mornings
During the academic year (mid-September through May) there are a variety of ways for children to participate in the full life of the Church and grow into faith including music offerings, church school, and opportunities to participate in our worship services.
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Church School
Held during our formation hour (9:30am-10:15am), church school offers children ages 3 through fifth grade the chance to build friendships with other children, get creative through a variety of projects and engage with Bible stories in age-appropriate ways.

Grace Notes
Our Music Director, Ken Stancer, leads 15 minutes of joyful song that just may include instruments. Families meet up around the organ to sing together from 9:15am-9:30am.

​Lectors and Acolytes
Children in third grade and up are invited to participate as leaders in our Sunday worship services through acolyting and serving as lectors. Training is offered for both roles, and mistakes are expected! 

Youth Group
Who am I? Where is God? What do I believe? Becoming and being a teen can be a time filled with transition – not only with new schools or new responsibilities, but also with new understandings of God, new questions about faith, and new opportunities to live out one’s beliefs. During this critical time in a young person’s spiritual life, the Youth Group is a place where youth can feel welcome, safe, and valued. Here the youth will explore their relationship with God and with the Church, We will ask questions, learn new spiritual practices, and put our faith in action through service.  We will work to establish a sense of community by developing closer relationships with each other. The youth meet from 9:30am-10:15am. 

Nursery Care - TEMPORARILY CLOSED DUE TO COVID-19 PANDEMIC
The nursery is open on Sundays from 9am-11am for children 0-3 years of age. Children are invited into a safe, caring environment in which two adults are always present.
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Family Nights - TEMPORARILY PAUSED DUE TO COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Family nights are casual, monthly gatherings were families of young children are invited to come to St. Andrew's to enjoy a simple dinner, play and watch a movie while parents chat.  

Safe Church Policies
To read about our policies designed and upheld to protect our youngest members, please click here.